August 4, 2010

Indiana Disability Claimants and Back Problems

About 31 million Americans experience back pain at any given time in the United States. Many of these people are Indiana residents that may be eligible for Social Security Disability benefits. Back impairments are listed under section 1.04 in the Social Security’s Listing of Impairments. This section is titled “Disorders of The Spine”. Back impairments may also be any back pain in general. Back impairments may include pain when you are sitting, standing, or walking. Back pain may come from an injury, an accident, or a medical condition like scoliosis. Some other specific disorders that are listed under section 1.04 are herniated nucleus pulpous, spinal stenosis, or degenerative disc disease.

Back pain is one of the most common claims that Social Security Judges see. Because of this, claimants must show that they have more than mild to moderate discomfort that most people experience. Claimants must show that their pain is severe and debilitating to the point were work is not possible. Some of the factors that judges want to see may include objective evidence such as MRI reports, the disability claimant has exhausted all efforts to treat the problem, and a long work history may be beneficial.

Attorney Scott D. Lewis has many Indiana Disability clients that suffer from extreme back pain. Severe back pain may limit an individuals ability to preform simple activities of daily living. Such as bathing and grooming, household chores, driving, and even interacting with your family in a normal fashion. If you find that your back pain is severely interfering with your life, you may find it necessary to contact a Social Security Disability Lawyer.

Attorney Scott D. Lewis is a disability attorney working in downtown Indianapolis, Indiana. Scott D. Lewis may be able to help win your Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claim. Scott D. Lewis routinely deals with Indiana clients with disabilities such as diabetes, depression, learning disorders, and heart problems. If you have been denied your Social Security Disability benefits call (317) 423-8888 for a free consultation today.